🎄 Day 9 of 12 Days of Christmas Crime Prevention 🎄

The festive season brings plenty of parcels to our doors — and a good moment to think about keeping them safe.

Taking a few simple steps can help prevent opportunistic theft and ensure your gifts reach the right hands.

If you’re expecting deliveries, try to track parcels so you know when they’re due to arrive.

Leaving packages on doorsteps, especially in open view, can make them an easy target for thieves.

Whenever possible, choose a ‘safe place’ that’s tucked away, sheltered, and not visible from the street.

A well‑planned drop‑off point makes it much harder for anyone to spot or access your parcel.

Helpful ways to keep your deliveries secure:

Turn on delivery alerts so you receive updates as your parcel gets closer.

Use parcel lockers, click‑and‑collect options, or designated safe drop‑off points.

Ask a trusted neighbour to accept deliveries when you’re out.

Bring packages inside promptly to avoid giving anyone the opportunity to walk off with them.

A little preparation goes a long way in keeping your Christmas gifts safe and ensuring a smooth, stress‑free delivery season.

Message Sent By
Aaron Bawden
(Metropolitan Police Service, Sergeant, Park Hill & Whitgift / South Croydon)